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Friday, January 30, 2026

Emergency probe as FMD tests national buffers

The Department of Veterinary Services is fast-tracking an investigation to verify whether an outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease has occurred in the North-East and if so, its extent, with fears mounting around potential losses to farmers, the Botswana Meat Commission (BMC), and costs to Batswana should yet another outbreak be confirmed.

Mbongeni Mguni | 30 January 2026

Cattle. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO.

Nthaile misinformed Ntlo Ya Dikgosi on Butterfly, Khama says

Assistant Minister of Communications and Innovation Shawn Nthaile has been accused of peddling lies when responding to a question on Directorate of Intelligence and Security’s agent Welheminah Maswabi that was tabled in the Ntlo Ya Dikgosi this week.

Larona Makhaiza | 30 January 2026

New military justice system to transform discipline in the army

Pini Bothoko | 30 January 2026

Emergency probe as FMD tests national buffers

Mbongeni Mguni | 30 January 2026

Gov’t won’t apologise to Butterfly

Sharon Mathala | 30 January 2026

Teen boy charged with 'murdering' mob member

Larona Makhaiza | 29 January 2026

Woman kills brother in Paje murder-suicide

Brilliant Manje | 29 January 2026

Vigilante cop, mob attack lead to alleged murder

Larona Makhaiza | 27 January 2026

Montsosa axed from Masaasele after gagged Con Court show

Radio Botswana (RB1) broadcaster Letumile Lets Montsosa has reportedly been removed from the Masaasele morning programme following a tightly controlled broadcast focusing on the Constitutional Court.

Malema stands accused of raping a UB student (name withheld), then 18 at the time, on January 9, 2024.

Defence objects psychologist's testimony in UB rape case

In a rape case involving a former University of Botswana lecturer and Botswana Congress Party member, Brothers Malema, the defence is contesting the admission of an expert clinical psychologist as a witness, describing the move as an ambush.

With bars operating until 6 am and almost every village had night entertainment, FILE PIC

Festive 'lala vuka' saved youth's lives – Marathe

Police have described the temporary extension of liquor trading hours during the 2025–2026 festive season as a commendable move, saying it helped reduce incidents of drunken driving as revellers were able to access entertainment closer to their homes.

Excitement is building for the The Race Africa Gaborone CBD 2026 Circuit. The event is expected to transform Gaborone lifestyle scene and boost tourism

Posh G2 Series to spice up Gabz’ lifestyle scene

The Gaborone CBD streets will transform into an epicenter of vibrant activity when the Posh G2 Posh Series (Race Africa Gaborone CBD 2026 Circuit), a street racing event finally takes in May.

Teen boy charged with 'murdering' mob member

A case involving a 'vigilante' police officer who allegedly mobilized a mob to assault a group of suspected thieves took a new twist this week when a 17-year-old boy was charged with murder.

Khama persistently hunts for Magosi’s 'scalp'

Former president Ian Khama, who now sits at Ntlo ya Dikgosi as Kgosi Khama IV of Ga-Mmangwato, will not rest until the Director-General of the Directorate on Intelligence and Security (DIS) Peter Magosi, loses his job.

Balancing act: Gaolathe is due to present the budget next month

World Bank predicts rebound for Botswana’s economy in 2026

The World Bank expects a 2.3 percent economic rebound for Botswana’s economy this year, with growth expected to be spurred by fiscal consolidation and a rebound in mineral revenues.

Mzwinilas get assets, passports back

The state has been instructed to lift restrictions on the Mzwinila family passports and return their assets following a court order by Judge President Barnabas Nyamadzabo, delivered this morning.

Ngakaagae & Co: Cynosure of all eyes

The move by Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Kgosietsile Ngakaagae to take personal charge of prosecutions signals a more hands-on approach as authorities seek to demonstrate commitment to accountability, transparency, and the rule of law. By assuming direct oversight of these sensitive prosecutions, many argue that Ngakaagae aims to ensure that the cases are handled with diligence and independence, amid heightened public interest and scrutiny. Staff Writer MPHO MOKWAPE writes

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Nthaile misinformed Ntlo Ya Dikgosi on Butterfly, Khama says

New military justice system to transform discipline in the army

Emergency probe as FMD tests national buffers

Gov’t won’t apologise to Butterfly

Teen boy charged with 'murdering' mob member

Woman kills brother in Paje murder-suicide

Vigilante cop, mob attack lead to alleged murder

Montsosa axed from Masaasele after gagged Con Court show

Defence objects psychologist's testimony in UB rape case

Festive 'lala vuka' saved youth's lives – Marathe

Posh G2 Series to spice up Gabz’ lifestyle scene

Teen boy charged with 'murdering' mob member

Khama persistently hunts for Magosi’s 'scalp'

World Bank predicts rebound for Botswana’s economy in 2026

Mzwinilas get assets, passports back

Ngakaagae & Co: Cynosure of all eyes